Seat belt checks

Note: If the vehicle is parked on an incline, the seat belt mechanism may lock. This is not a fault and the belt should be gently eased out from the upper anchorage. The seat belts should be inspec ...

Child seats

According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats than in the front seat. The air bags alone will not prevent children from being seriously injured or ki ...

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Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engi ...

Loading guidelines
WARNING   Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible. Use cargo tie-down rings and fastening materials appropriate for the weight and size of the load. In an accident, du ...

Door Locks
WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous. ► Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. Th ...